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Rat race
An activity or situation which is congested with participants and which is hectic or tedious, especially in the context of a busy, modern urban lifestyle.
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noun
- 1
An activity or situation which is congested with participants and which is hectic or tedious, especially in the context of a busy, modern urban lifestyle.
- 2
(by extension) The busy, modern urban lifestyle itself.
- 3
Inconsiderate or unfair competition, where the competitors are willing to do just about anything to win.
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